At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide compassionate care and support to residents during the night.
- Company: Join a caring team at Oakland Care, where everyone is family.
- Benefits: Free meals, enhanced leave, cycle scheme, and recognition initiatives.
- Other info: Full training provided and opportunities for career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while working nights.
- Qualifications: Compassionate attitude; experience is a plus but not required.
The predicted salary is between 13.2 - 13.2 £ per hour.
Are you a compassionate, hard-working and reliable person who finds purpose in supporting others? We are looking for a dedicated Night Care Assistant to join our team and provide exceptional care to our residents while the rest of the world sleeps.
Benefits
- We offer all team members 1 free meal per shift.
- Uniform provided.
- Enhanced Bank Holiday pay.
- Increased Annual Leave entitlement – team members who work with us for 3 years or more receive extra annual leave.
- Cycle to Work scheme – save money on commuting costs and improve your health.
- Milestone Birthdays – get extra time off to celebrate that special birthday.
- Company sick pay which is over and above the statutory entitlement (subject to length of service).
- Refer a Friend Scheme for successful referrals – for all permanent roles within Oakland Care (T&C's apply).
- Recognition and staff appreciation initiatives.
- Health Cash Plan (subject to T&C's).
- Death in Service Benefit (subject to T&C's).
- Long service awards.
Location
Harpenden Springs, 22-24 Grove Road, Harpenden AL5 1PX
Hours
40.25 hours per week
Pay
£13.20 per hour
Contract
Full time
Shift
Nights
At Oakland Care our teams tell us to offer good quality care you must be willing to look after your resident’s physical, psychological and social needs, and help with personal care activities such as washing, personal hygiene, dressing and assisting with meals.
Responsibilities
- Providing excellent care and support to our residents throughout the night.
- Assisting with mobility, comfort and safety needs.
- Carrying out regular checks and responding to any night-time requirements.
- Keeping accurate records and communicating effectively.
- Maintaining a calm, reassuring environment for our residents.
Qualifications
- A can‑do attitude.
- Be a compassionate and caring person.
- Be a true team player.
- Have experience working as a Healthcare Assistant/Support Worker – this is advantageous but not essential as full training is provided.
Our Mission is to provide exceptional homes for people to live, love and be loved where everyone is part of our family.
Values
- Family
- Integrity
- Respect
- Exceptional
- Sustainable
Health Care Assistant - NIGHTS employer: Harpenden Springs-Care/Nursing - Ground Floor
Oakland Care in Harpenden is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being of both its residents and staff. With a warm and compassionate work culture, employees benefit from flexible shifts, enhanced holiday pay, and ongoing training opportunities that foster personal and professional growth. Joining our team means being part of a supportive community where your contributions truly make a difference in the lives of those we care for.
Contact Details:
Harpenden Springs-Care/Nursing - Ground Floor Recruitment Team
